Development cooperation

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«By working at SWISSAID, I get the opportunity to make a contribution to sustainable change processes, addressing global challenges such as food security and gender equality. It’s important to me that shaping these developments is a participatory process: the voices of all involved actors and particularly of affected communities matter.»

Setting up agro-ecological projects and promoting the use of farmers' seeds enable farmers in developing countries to take control of their future. Being able to take part in this is what motivates me to work at SWISSAID.

«For me, the question of meaning is essential. By working at SWISSAID, I'm convinced that I'm participating in projects that are relevant and in favour of crucial causes, such as the promotion of agro-ecology and gender equality.»

«Agroecology and gender equality are issues that form the basis for sustainable and equal development of communities. Meeting at eye level with our partners and the people on the ground motivates me every day to find lasting solutions together and to initiate important processes of change.»

"Working at SWISSAID is an opportunity to combine personal interests with concrete and global implementation in strengthening the support of people in resilient agriculture. CROPS4HD allows me to be directly involved in this process of sharing knowledge and learning."

"In order for the next generation to inhabit a world that is sustainable and secure, we urgently need to make changes towards more justice, climate and environmental protection. It motivates me that my work at SWISSAID means I can contribute to this, both here in Switzerland and in the partner countries."

"People want to live self-determined lives in sustainable communities and in security. What some take for granted remains a dream for many. With my work at SWISSAID, I can contribute to making this dream a reality."

"Equal opportunities are an essential prerequisite for the sustainable fight against poverty. SWISSAID supports women directly, but also raises awareness among men and boys. I campaign with conviction against inequalities that restrict rights – whether of women or men."

"What always impresses me when I visit the site: women, farmers and young people in our projects look the SWISSAID team in the eyes, because they feel understood and taken seriously. They know that it is their own project and that they are responsible for its implementation."

"Whether it's a climate crisis or social inequality, the world is facing incredibly serious challenges that need to be tackled globally. I see SWISSAID's work as an important part of the solution – and I am committed to it together with over 180 employees worldwide."

"In cooperation with local organisations and our partners in Switzerland, SWISSAID is laying the foundations for many disadvantaged smallholder families to be able to live a dignified and self-determined life in an intact environment. It gives me pleasure to contribute to the solution."

"My work at SWISSAID has confirmed to me that the passion, motivation and perseverance of the people involved are essential factors for the success of development projects. In Tanzania, women farmers with a very low level of education prove this every day."

"I was raised with a deep respect for nature and a commitment to serving people, with the goal of leaving the world better than I found it. I discovered a science that embodies these values, creating connections between people, ecosystems, and our shared well-being. That science is agroecology. Since then, my focus has been on promoting agroecology to foster sustainable development for both humans and our planet."

"Whether it be small farmers in Colombia who join forces to assert their rights with the local authorities or women in Chad who organise themselves to improve their living conditions together: Seeing people take their future into their own hands is my greatest motivation."